Introduction to Windows Server 2025: Why an upgrade makes sense – but it’s better to wait a little longer

With the release of Windows Server 2025 in November 2024, Microsoft has opened a new chapter in server technology. As an IT service provider, we have tested the system extensively and would like to share our findings and recommendations with you. While the new operating system offers many exciting new features, we advise you to wait until the end of January 2025 before upgrading.

Why you should wait until the end of January

Windows Server 2025 is a promising system with innovative features, but as with any new software, there may be minor problems at the beginning. The first few months after release are usually used to eliminate the last teething troubles with patches and updates. We expect the first optimizations to be released by Microsoft by the end of January 2025, which will ensure stable and secure use.

New features and benefits of Windows Server 2025

Even if we advise you to upgrade with a little delay, we would like to present the most important advantages of the new system:

1. Extended security measures:

   • Improved Zero Trust security architecture and modernized encryption ensure even stronger defense against cyber threats.

2. Hotpatching:

   • For the first time, updates can be installed without restarting the system, which virtually eliminates downtime.

3. Improved performance and network capability:

   • Thanks to AccelNet, companies benefit from faster data transmission and lower latency times.

4. Hybrid cloud integration:

   • Windows Server 2025 makes it easier to manage hybrid infrastructures so that local and cloud systems work together optimally.

5. ARM64 support:

   • The new compatibility with ARM64 opens up additional hardware options and optimizes energy efficiency.

Our experience to date

Our tests show that Windows Server 2025 offers a solid foundation for modern IT environments. The hot patching function and extended cloud integration are particularly impressive. Nevertheless, there were minor problems that Microsoft will probably fix in the coming weeks. We therefore recommend playing it safe and waiting until the end of January 2025 before making the switch.

When should you consider an upgrade?

An upgrade to Windows Server 2025 is ideal for companies that:

• want to modernize your IT infrastructure and benefit from new security and efficiency functions.
• want to connect cloud and on-premises systems with each other.
• want to benefit from better performance and simplified management.

We believe that the time is right to start using the system at the end of January 2025, as its stability will have been optimized by then.

Conclusion: modernize wisely

Windows Server 2025 offers numerous improvements and exciting new features that will make your IT infrastructure future-proof. However, to fully exploit the potential and minimize risks, we recommend waiting until the end of January 2025 before upgrading.

Our team is on hand to help you with planning, implementation and support. Feel free to contact us to prepare your system optimally for the future.

Sources

• https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windowsservernewsandbestpractices/introducing-windows-server-2025/4026374
• https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/whats-new-windows-server-2025